ThinAir GT 2517 Datasheet_Oct 2024.pdf
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- FA2541-25-012
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Department of the Air Force
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The document is a technical specification datasheet for the ThinKom ThinAir GT 2517, a Full Spectrum Ka-band Satcom Antenna designed for special-mission Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) aircraft. The antenna offers multi-orbit capabilities across GEO, MEO, and LEO networks, with network certifications for various providers including Inmarsat GX+, Hughes Jupiter, and Telesat Lightspeed. Key technical specifications include data rates up to 830 Mbps downstream and 200 Mbps upstream, operating in K-/Ka-band frequencies (27.5 to 31.0 GHz transmit, 17.7 to 21.2 GHz receive), and a system weight of 294 lbs.
The antenna features robust performance characteristics, including high survivability to EMI/EMC/EMP requirements, low probability of intercept/detection, and inherent anti-jam capabilities. Its physical dimensions are 88 x 43 x 7 inches, with an average system power consumption of 450W. Environmental specifications allow operation from -55°C to +74°C, and it offers 360-degree azimuth coverage with beam agility exceeding 250 degrees per second. The system is designed to meet regulatory compliance standards including WRC-19 5G Terrestrial Protection and ITU Article 22 Section II, making it suitable for military and government satellite communication applications.
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For special-mission ISR aircraft, the ThinAir GT 2517 integrates years of fielded, proven technology to deliver resilient, secure and high-bandwidth communications to the warfighter.
High Performance from Every Orbit to Every Mission
Key Features
• Multi-orbit capable system
• Full civil and extended civil Ka-band operation
• Proven reliability; highest guaranteed antenna MTBF
• Low profile and low drag delivers extended time on station
• Low probability of intercept/detection ensures secure comms
• Highly survivable to stringent EMI/EMC/EMP requirements
• Inherent anti-jam robustness
• Wide IBW supports hopping and protected tactical waveforms
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Full Spectrum Ka-band Satcom Antenna
Compatibility
Operating Band: K-/Ka-band
- Tx: 27.5 to 31.0 GHz
- Rx: 17.7 to 21.2 GHz
*Above fuselage crown
Network Certifications*
GEO MEO LEO
Inmarsat GX+ Hughes Jupiter
Thales/SES-17 inFlyt Avanti-Hylas
Eutelsat
WGS
O3b Classic mPOWER Telesat Lightspeed
*Antennas are network agnostic and capable of operating on other civil and government LEO, MEO, and GEO networks as they come online.
Throughput and Performance (Typical, at mid-band, cruise conditions, not including radome) Data Rates: Up to 830 Mbps down and 200 Mbps up (network dependent) G/T: 18.5 dB/K peak (13.5 dB/K at 20° elev.)
Network Efficiency: Up to 4 bits/Hz Instantaneous Bandwidth: 500 MHz Typical EIRP (Psat):
27.5-30.0 GHz
56.0 dBW (51.0 dBW at 20°)
30.0-31.0 GHz
56.5 dBW (52.0 dBW at 20°) Transmit EIRP Spectral Density Limit:
- 36 to 41.5 dBW/MHz (40 dBW/MHz typical) over elevation and skew (per 47 CFR 25.218)
- 54 to 59.5 dBW/MHz (58 dBW/MHz typical) over elevation and skew (per MILSTD-188-164B)
Azimuth Beamwidth: 1.8° Tx and 1.7° Rx First Sidelobe: -20 dB typical Polarization: Switchable circular (co/orthogonal), simultaneous dual-pol mode Axial Ratio: <1.5 dB typical
Environmental Operating Temperature: -55°C to + 74°C external Environmental Compatibility: RTCA/D0-160G
Tracking and Agility Azimuth Coverage: 360° continuous Elevation Coverage: +10° to +90° Beam Agility: >250°/sec Tracking Accuracy: <0.2°
Regulatory Compliance
WRC-19 5G Terrestrial Protection ITU Article 22 Section II
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TAGT2517Rev 10/24
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Physical Characteristics Includes Tx/Rx antenna, KANDU, KRFU, radome, adapter plate and fairing
OAE Dimensions (L x W x H*) 88 in x 43 in x 7 in (2.8 m x 1.1 m x 0.2 m)
System Weight 294 lb. (133 kg)
Avg. System Power 450 W (15 W OAE)
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